I want to make sure that I can be at your birth, so I try not to book births farther than 1 hour from my home to ensure that I have time to arrive at your birth. I ask that clients give me a two-hour window to arrive, which is why communication is so, so important. This means that I am available within a 1-hour drive of my business address. I am available for any type of birth at any location: hospitals, homes, birth centers, etc.
Your child’s birth is one of the most important and impactful days of your life, and it is an experience that fades from memory much faster than you’d think. Having photographs of your child on the day they are born will be one of your most cherished possessions.
FAQ
How does birth photography work?
Birth photography is different from other types of photography. Births can happen at any time, which means I am on call for you, 24/7, starting at 38 weeks. When you go into labor, you call me up and I come to your chosen birth place to photograph your birth.
Do I have to have “graphic” photos?
The photos that I take are guided by your personal preference. I have had mothers who wanted to see the raw birth of their child and mothers who wanted everything to be kept above the belt. What are you comfortable with, and what images do you want to have? It is really your call.
Should I tell my doctor about you? What if I have a C-section?
Yes, telling your provider that you plan to have a birth photographer present gives them the opportunity to be prepared and to be comfortable with me there. If you are having a c-section, scheduled or otherwise, finding out from your provider whether I will be able to be in the OR can allow us to plan for your session. And yes! You can still have wonderful birth photos even when you are having a c-section.
What if I’m shy and don’t want anyone else in the room with me?
One thing to remember is that I am a professional who has done this before. I am not someone there to just be observing you and getting in your way. If you remember that I am another professional who is responsible for supporting you through your birth, I think you will find that it doesn’t feel much different than having another nurse in the room.
What are my payment options?
A deposit is due at booking in order to secure your place on my calendar, and after that you can make payments however works best for you until the balance is due at 37 weeks gestation. Automatic payment plans are available.
How many images can I expect? Are they B&W or color?
I deliver anywhere from 80-150 fully edited digital images of your birth. Most of the photos will be in B&W, with some color photos included. These images are released to you to share with friends and family, and to use for products, such as albums and canvases which I can also provide.
Testimonials
It’s hard to put into words how much I love the photos that Alisha took of the birth of my son. I had a long and emotional labor, and so many of those moments would have been lost without a wonderful birth photographer. She truly captured every emotion and moment in such a perfect way. The difficulty of labor, my husband’s support, the chaos of delivery, and the calm afterward were all captured to perfection to tell the story of my son’s birth.
The best part of my labor experience was having photos to look back on. Having Alisha there was, without a doubt, the best decision I made for myself. She captured moments I would have otherwise missed—precious memories I wouldn’t have been able to see or be a part of without her...I can not thank her enough. She stayed with us from 5pm till about 3 am to capture photos. Owen was in the NICU so she waited till he came back to my room at mother baby.
Alisha was great to work with from start to finish! She was very responsive to my messages and very accommodating with our meetings...She edited a few pictures for us to share with our loved ones very quickly after our birth and we got the remainder of our images quickly, as well. The images she captured for us are so beautiful and it’s so nice having them to look at and remember all the details from our son’s birthday. I would 1000% recommend hiring Alisha and investing in birth photography! I am so glad we did.
Hire Alisha as your birth photographer. You will have ZERO regrets. Jamal (my husband) and I can't express our appreciation for her and our birth photos we received. Words cannot truly describe how impactful they are. We appreciated Alisha's compassion and her professionalism during our labor too. We also loved how thoughtful the photos were, and we love the editing and everything about them. A million times over, we would hire her again and again.
Why Birth Photography?
Support
Your support person is freed up so they can focus on what's important.
Quality
It takes a professional photographer to produce timeless, high-quality images.
Memories
Your child is only born once, but the photos will last a lifetime.
Custom Experience
Birth photography can be exactly what you want it to be. It is not one size fits all.
Keepsakes
Albums, prints, canvases, etc., to share with those you love.
Cherished Moments
The moments when your loved ones meet your baby are just as important.
Behind the Camera
I am a birth photographer serving the Huntsville area, most of North Alabama, and some of Southern Tennessee, and I am passionate about birth.
